[She clasps her hands together, but nods, meeting his eyes. She had meant the apology, and pitied him a little bit.]

No, they haven't, but I can't fault you for it. You were frustrated, and that's alright. I would have been, in your position, too. I've been there before, and it's a bitter pill to swallow.

[Rei undoes her hands and reaches for his.]

Athena's alright though, which is the most important thing, and I destroyed the robot. I don't want to think about you fighting that thing. That would've been ugly for everyone involved.